Verdict
At a RM15,100 premium, the Honda WR-V is the passenger-car choice: five seats, a CVT, a 6.0 L/100 km rating and 380 litres of boot space suit daily Malaysian commuting. Its 119 hp also beats the Nissan’s 108 hp. The Nissan NV200 is the work tool, trading rear seats and driver aids for a huge 4,200-litre load bay, 152 Nm and a longer 2,725 mm wheelbase. Both cost RM120 a year in road tax.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you need five seats, automatic driving and active safety features such as CMBS and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if carrying bulky cargo matters more than rear passengers, an automatic gearbox or advanced driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM94,900; Nissan NV200 RM79,800.
- Output: Honda WR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; Nissan NV200 108 hp and 152 Nm.
- Rated fuel economy: Honda WR-V 6.0 L/100 km; Nissan NV200 7.14 L/100 km.
- Transmission: Honda WR-V CVT automatic; Nissan NV200 five-speed manual.
- Capacity: Honda WR-V has five seats and a 380-litre boot; Nissan NV200 has two seats and 4,200 litres of load space.
- Wheelbase: Honda WR-V 2,485 mm; Nissan NV200 2,725 mm.
WR-V
- Five seats and a 60:40 split-folding rear bench.
- CVT automatic with a lower 6.0 L/100 km fuel-consumption rating.
- CMBS, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and a reverse camera.
- 380 litres of boot space is far smaller than the NV200’s 4,200 litres.
- Costs RM15,100 more.
- 145 Nm trails the NV200’s 152 Nm.
NV200
- 4,200 litres of load space for commercial duties.
- 152 Nm torque and a 55-litre fuel tank.
- Lower RM79,800 entry price and Malaysian CKD assembly.
- Only two seats, against the WR-V’s five.
- Five-speed manual gearbox rather than a CVT automatic.
- Lacks the WR-V’s CMBS, stability control, adaptive cruise control and reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM94,900 | RM79,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 108 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 5MT |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km✓ | 7.14 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,608 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,105 kg | 1,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 4,200 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 165/R14C |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 165/R14C |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Steel Spare | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 14" Steel |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Dual Front and Side Airbags | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual |
| Seat Belts | — | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX i-Size | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with CMBS | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Brake Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start | Manual Key |
| Locks | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used WR-V & NV200 for sale
WR-V vs NV200 FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Nissan NV200 better?
The WR-V is better for private use, with five seats, a CVT and far more safety equipment. The NV200 is better as a cargo carrier, because its 4,200-litre load area dwarfs the WR-V’s 380-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan NV200 is RM15,100 cheaper, at RM79,800 versus RM94,900 for the Honda WR-V.
Which one uses less fuel?
The Honda WR-V has the better rated figure at 6.0 L/100 km, compared with 7.14 L/100 km for the Nissan NV200. The Honda also has a CVT automatic, while the Nissan uses a five-speed manual.